Dental instruments imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported dental instruments worth $68.4 million (884 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 3% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $68.4M | 884 t |
| 2023 | $66.1M | 737 t |
| 2022 | $57.7M | 938 t |
| 2021 | $50.0M | 872 t |
| 2020 | $34.4M | 553 t |
| 2019 | $46.0M | 568 t |
| 2018 | $46.1M | 445 t |
| 2017 | $51.2M | 580 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports dental instruments from
The largest suppliers were United States (23%), Germany (21%), China (18%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+113% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $15.8M | 23% |
| Germany | $14.6M | 21% |
| China | $12.0M | 18% |
| Switzerland | $6.6M | 9.6% |
| Netherlands | $4.6M | 6.8% |
| Austria | $3.1M | 4.5% |
| Italy | $2.6M | 3.8% |
| Japan | $2.3M | 3.3% |
| South Korea | $885K | 1.3% |
| France | $839K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $77.43 per kg, 32% below the world average of $113.60, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Dental instruments exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $399 thousand of dental instruments in 2024 (3 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (37%), United Arab Emirates (18%), Austria (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+765% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $146K | 37% |
| United Arab Emirates | $72K | 18% |
| Austria | $46K | 12% |
| Bahrain | $27K | 6.7% |
| Qatar | $23K | 5.7% |
| Germany | $21K | 5.2% |
| Switzerland | $18K | 4.6% |
| Finland | $17K | 4.3% |
| South Korea | $13K | 3.4% |
| Italy | $7K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia dental instruments imports (HS 9018.49): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 9018.49: Dental instruments and appliances: other than dental drill engines.
Common questions
What is the value of dental instruments imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported dental instruments worth $68.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 884 tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 219 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply dental instruments to Saudi Arabia?
The United States was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($15.8 million), followed by Germany (21%) and China (18%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 113% on the year.
What is the average import price of dental instruments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $77.43 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $113.60 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of dental instruments to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $51.2 million in 2017 to $68.4 million in 2024, an increase of 34%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $52.5 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export dental instruments?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $399 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, the United Arab Emirates and Austria. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $68.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for dental instruments?
The HS code for dental instruments is subheading 9018.49. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9018 page.
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